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The AbilityOne® Mission

In 1928, a mission began. The National Industries for the Blind (NIB) was established as a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation. Over the years, the branding may have changed but the mission is still the same. AbiilityOne® helps people living with extreme disabilities by providing employment opportunities to people not looking for a hand out but a hand up. What began as a way to help the blind is today the largest employer of people living with major disabilities.

Born the Same Year

Did you know Haskell began operation the same year NIB was incorporated? Today, we proudly support AbilityOne® through our GSA Schedule 75, FedMall listing and agreement working as an authorized AbilityOne® partner. For each purchase of a SKILCRAFT® item, a portion of that sale is devoted to helping the AbilityOne® program.

The AbilityOne® Goal

For 81 years, the program originally known as the Wagner-O'Day Act and now AbilityOne®, has served to provide assistance to the blind and others living with major disabilities including veterans wounded in action. These people do not want your pity. They only ask for your support. By purchasing AbilityOne® products, you help individuals achieve a sense of independence and self-fulfillment. These products are made by people with disabilities and are often used every day like soap, sanitizer, paper towels, folders, binders, air-dusters, markers, board erasers and more.

As the largest provider of employment opportunities for the blind and people living with major disabilities, AbilityOne® also provides many important services such as wildfire prevention, veteran assistance and rehabilitation services. With a large selection of household, breakroom, office & restroom, etc. supplies, AbilityOne® has a fantastic selection of items to choose from. Whether you need a new mop, board cleaner or napkins, AbilityOne® has something for almost everyone. Best of all, each purchase helps employ individuals looking for a hand up, not a handout.

SKILCRAFT® is a registered trademark of NIB (National Industries for the Blind).

The Little Stationer that Could

In 1928, a small business was formed known as Haskell Printing & Stationery Company. The business survived the Great Depression, a World War, the rise of the big box stores, the transition to an online world and the Great Recession. Throughout all this time, Haskell New York Inc. as it later became known has managed to keep its niche among its loyal customer base that know the benefits of working with a small business.

Today, Haskell continues to sell office products and office furniture to homes and businesses throughout the country and around the world. With its GSA Schedule 75, AbilityOne® partnership and FedMall listing, Haskell is able to work with government agencies in addition to its commercial and residential segments. As part of the government mandate, a portion of each AbilityOne® sale is given to individuals living with major disabilities including the blind, wounded veterans and more.